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A 10-year-old girl has allegedly been stabbed to death in New South Wales' Hunter region and her 17-year-old sister has been arrested.

Emergency services responded to reports of a stabbing at a home in Boolaroo, about 20km west of Newcastle, about 3.45pm today.

The girl was treated by paramedics for multiple stab wounds but died at the scene, police confirmed.

Her 17-year-old sister has been arrested and taken to Belmont Police Station, where she is assisting with inquiries. 

A crime scene has been established as police begin investigations. 

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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